The Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack

1 The Very Hungry CaterpillarEarly Years Resource PackThe importance of literacy in the Early yearsLiteracy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances. Made up of reading, writing, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby s earliest days. Research shows that babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother s voice and the patterns of their home language several weeks before birth. Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, and sharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults. As children grow, developing an enjoyment of books can help reinforce these essential literacy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone working in Early Years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that it can be supported. A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact on children s interest and motivation for reading later on.

2 Penny Tassoni, PACEY President and childcare story behind the story One day Eric Carle was punching holes with a hole puncher into a stack of paper, and thought of a bookworm, leading him to create a story called A Week with Willi the Worm. Later his editor, who didn t like the idea of a worm, suggested a Caterpillar . Eric said Butterfly! and the rest is Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid collage illustrations and deceptively simple story to become Britain s most read children s book. Through its bright artwork, gentle repetition and an assortment of foods, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect introduction to Early learnings like numbers, colours and days of the week for your little bookworms. Above all, Eric Carle s delightful story sends an inspiring message to its readers about growing up and entering the big, wide world. This book is about HOPE. It says: you too can grow up and unfold your wings and fly away Eric CarleEarly Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry CaterpillarWelcome to The Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack.

3 As a childcareprofessional, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and books in the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich source of ideas and activities, all linked to the Early learning frameworks in England and Wales. Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar Book Suggested Introduction Welcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack. As a childcare professional, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and books in the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich source of ideas and activities, all linked to the Early learning outcomes in England and Wales. The importance of literacy in the Early Years Literacy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances.

4 Made up of reading, writing, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby s earliest days. Research shows that babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother s voice and the patterns of their home language several weeks before birth. Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, and sharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults. As children grow, developing an enjoyment of books can help reinforce these essential literacy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone working in Early Years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that it can be supported. A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact on children s interest and motivation for reading later on. Penny Tassoni, PACEY President and childcare author. The story behind the story (The history of The Very Hungry Caterpillar book) [Publisher to add] Aligning your activities with Early Years learning outcomes in England and Wales.

5 Children s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story and activities inspired by the story to the learning outcomes for children in England and Wales, childcare professionals can work with children s interests to inspire and encourage their learning. It s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meet development goals in the same order as each other. Early Years and childcare See Word Doc for textAligning your activities with DUHDV RI learning in England and s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story and activities inspired by the story to the areas of learning for children in England and Wales, childcare professionals can work with children s interests to inspire and encourage their learning. It s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meet development goals in the same order as one another. Early Years and childcare professionals play a key role in identifying these differences and supporting individual children to children have English as an additional language, it s important to share stories in their home language as well.

6 A richly visual book, such as The Very Hungry Caterpillar , is ideal to share in several languages and explore how words in different languages describe the same this pack, we ve identified where activities inspired by the book meet areas of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage in England, and the Foundation Phase in Wales. You may also find that the activities you do meet other areas too, depending on the child's age and stage of development. Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar Book Suggested Introduction Welcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack. As a childcare professional, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and books in the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich source of ideas and activities, all linked to the Early learning outcomes in England and Wales.

7 The importance of literacy in the Early Years Literacy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances. Made up of reading, writing, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby s earliest days. Research shows that babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother s voice and the patterns of their home language several weeks before birth. Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, and sharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults. As children grow, developing an enjoyment of books can help reinforce these essential literacy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone working in Early Years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that it can be supported. A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact on children s interest and motivation for reading later on. Penny Tassoni, PACEY President and childcare author.

8 The story behind the story (The history of The Very Hungry Caterpillar book) [Publisher to add] Aligning your activities with Early Years learning outcomes in England and Wales. Children s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story and activities inspired by the story to the learning outcomes for children in England and Wales, childcare professionals can work with children s interests to inspire and encourage their learning. It s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meet development goals in the same order as each other. Early Years and childcare See Word Doc for textCommunication and language (England) // Language, literacy and communication skills (Wales)Physical development (England and Wales)Personal, social and emotional development (England) // Personal and social development, well-being and cultural diversity (Wales)Literacy (England) // Language, literacy and communication skills (Wales)Mathematics (England) // Mathematical development (Wales)Understanding the world (England) // Knowledge and understanding of the world (Wales)Expressive arts and design (England) // Creative development (Wales)Activities NOTE.

9 When using this pack, please ensure that all activities are adapted to suit the ages and stages of the children and that you cater to any allergies or dietary and play with The Very Hungry CaterpillarLook for caterpillars in the gardenSpotting baby animalsMake a home for the caterpillarMake a treeThe life of a Very Hungry CaterpillarBeautiful butterfliesSpringtime soundsVery Hungry Caterpillar collage makingOur favourite foodsMake a fruity smoothieFor parents and professionals Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar Book Suggested Introduction Welcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack. As a childcare professional, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and books in the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich source of ideas and activities, all linked to the Early learning outcomes in England and Wales.

10 The importance of literacy in the Early Years Literacy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances. Made up of reading, writing, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby s earliest days. Research shows that babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother s voice and the patterns of their home language several weeks before birth. Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, and sharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults. As children grow, developing an enjoyment of books can help reinforce these essential literacy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone working in Early Years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that it can be supported. A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact on children s interest and motivation for reading later on. Penny Tassoni, PACEY President and childcare author.